The specimen is encased in a 6"x6" frame
C-shaped grubs that feed on roots can cause symptoms similar to drought stress and even lead to plant death
The Alcides orontes species is a native uraniid moth found in northern Australia
The spicebush swallowtail (Papilio troilus) is a widely-distributed black swallowtail butterfly native to North America
these hawkmoths are harmless and pose only minor threats to beehives and crops
Sphaenognathus insect wing display The specimen is encased inSphaenognathus is a genus of striking stag beetles found in South America, especially in the Andean regions of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. These beetles are known for their elongated, metallic colored bodies that can shimmer in green, blue, or purple hues. Males have large, curved mandibles used for combat, while females are smaller and lack the exaggerated jaws. The larvae develop in decaying wood, contributing to forest nutrient cycling. Collectors